Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions
94 results for "seabirds"
A new study reveals six "marine flyways" connecting seabird migration routes across 54 countries, offering a breakthrough framework to reverse the decline of nearly half of all migratory seabird species.
The United Nations just formally recognized six ocean flyways that 151 seabird species use to migrate across the globe. This breakthrough gives 54 nations a coordinated plan to protect half of all seabird species currently in decline.
A tiny island off Northern Ireland just became the first place in the world to completely eliminate invasive ferrets, and seabirds are already bouncing back. The five-year mission included a one-eyed hero dog named Woody.
In a world-first conservation win, Northern Ireland has successfully removed an invasive ferret population from Rathlin Island, home to over 250,000 seabirds. Puffins, razorbills, and other birds can now nest safely for the first time in generations.
Scientists just mapped six "marine flyways" across the world's oceans, creating a blueprint to protect 151 seabird species that don't recognize borders. The breakthrough could help coordinate conservation efforts across 54 countries to reverse steep declines.
A five-year mission involving islanders, volunteers, and a red labrador named Woody has made Northern Ireland's Rathlin Island ferret-free for the first time in 40 years. The removal of invasive ferrets is already bringing rare seabirds back to the island's shores.
A seabird once thought extinct for 300 years is making a stunning comeback on a tiny Bermuda island. The cahow population has exploded from just 18 breeding pairs in 1960 to 450 birds today.
A tiny Pacific island once overrun by invasive rats is now witnessing an explosion of native wildlife after a successful eradication project. Sixteen seabird species are nesting again, and even military personnel stationed there are inspired to join conservation efforts.
Scientists expected seabirds to avoid Belgium's Thornton Bank wind farm, but 60,000 gulls arrived instead, turning turbine foundations into safe roosting spots. The wind farm accidentally created an artificial reef that transformed how these birds feed and rest.
A Kauaʻi teenager dove into the ocean on Mother's Day to save a waterlogged seabird drifting helplessly offshore. The young white-tailed tropicbird is now thriving in rehab and will soon return to the wild. #
Scientists discovered that a thriving 100,000-person civilization in ancient Peru grew powerful by using seabird droppings as fertilizer for their crops. The discovery reveals how the Chincha Kingdom turned an unlikely natural resource into agricultural gold over 2,200 years ago.
After decades of rising pollution, dangerous PFAS chemicals in Canadian seabird eggs have plummeted by up to 74%, proving environmental regulations actually work. Scientists tracking northern gannets over 55 years say the dramatic turnaround shows we can reverse chemical contamination when we take action.
Toxic "forever chemicals" in seabird eggs have plummeted up to 74% over 55 years, proving that environmental regulations actually work. The dramatic decline tracks directly with government action to restrict PFAS production across North America.
A new community rescue program in Solana Beach is training volunteers to spot and save injured coastal birds before it's too late. Wildlife Jewels Rescue Crew has already rescued dozens of cormorants and pelicans along California's coast.
Australian researchers used a world-first drone baiting program to eliminate thousands of invasive mice from Browse Island, restoring a critical breeding haven for threatened migratory seabirds. The innovative approach could bring colonies back from the brink after over a century of devastation.
After 320 years of ownership, a Scottish noble family sold their historic island to protect one of the world's most spectacular seabird colonies. The move ensures 100,000 gannets and 10,000 puffins get expert conservation care.
Rathlin Island off Northern Ireland's coast just became the first inhabited island in the world to successfully eliminate invasive ferrets, saving 250,000 seabirds from extinction. Puffins, razorbills, and other species are already showing signs of recovery after decades of devastating predator attacks.
An endangered seabird colony in South Africa has surged past 43,000 birds, marking the strongest comeback in years for a species that once completely abandoned the island. The thriving population signals ocean health along the West Coast and validates decades of careful conservation work.
After a five-year mission, Rathlin Island off Northern Ireland has become the first place on Earth to completely eradicate invasive ferrets. The seabirds they hunted for decades are already bouncing back.
New research reveals penguins actively prefer white plastic over other colors, mistaking it for prey or mates. Scientists now recommend reducing white plastic production to protect seabirds from deadly ingestion.
Showing 20 of 94